The Old Course at St Andrews is world renowned as the home of golf and rightly so, with golf first being played on this outstanding public links course 600 years ago. The Old Course has truly stood the test of time and still challenges the top golfers of today but what else is to be expected from celebrated golf architects such as Old Tom Morris and Alister MacKenzie. The club and course at St Andrews are steeped in history and heritage and is hosting its 29th Open Championship in 2015, which is certainly testament to how outstanding St Andrews golf really is.

The golf course itself starts in the charming, ancient town of St Andrews and features all the mainstays of traditional links golf; wide undulating fairways, hidden pot bunkers and large double greens. All 18 holes promise to be a truly memorable experience but none more so than the 17th or Road Hole, which runs adjacent to a road and offers one of the most famous approach shots in golf. Additionally, the 14th is an awesome challenge and the aptly named ‘Hell’ bunker on the 14th is a 10 foot deep sand trap that should definitely be avoided at all costs.

Playing the Old Course at St Andrews is an exceptional and almost unrivalled experience and definitely has to be on any golfers programme whilst on a golf vacation to Scotland – There is no better time to book your golf vacation, with guaranteed tee times, it is sure to be a round of a lifetime.

Facilities

Clubhouse

Bar & Lounge

Changing Facilities

Pro Shop

Driving Range

Practice Area

Tee Times

The Old Course at St Andrews is extremely popular and due to the public nature of the course tee times often get booked well in advance therefore, it is never too early to begin planning your golf vacation to St Andrews.

Attire in Golf Clubhouses

The St Andrews Links Clubhouse and Swilcan Restaurant are accepting of guests in regular golfing attire, we would advise taking a pair of smart shoes for wearing in and around the clubhouse area.

Caddies and Carts

It is strongly advised that a local caddie is hired as they will provide invaluable and necessary assistance required to allow guests to enjoy the course to its full. Caddies are self-employed and supply can change on a daily basis, also it is recommended that caddie requests are made at the time of booking with us and we will do our best to reserve them for you.

Due to the layout and nature of the course trolleys are only permitted after 12pm between the months of April & October.

In addition to this guests have the option to hire a top of the range set of Callaway clubs and if required hire golf shoes.

Practice Facilities

The academy at St Andrews offers comprehensive practice facilities for all guests and includes an 82 bay driving range, short game area and replica of the famous Road Hole bunker.

Handicap Restrictions

It is compulsory for guests to have an official handicap certificate when playing the Old Course, which has minimum handicap requirements of 24 for men and 36 for women.

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18 holes, par 72, 6,721 yards. Links.

The Old Course at St Andrews is world renowned as the home of golf and rightly so, with golf first being played on this outstanding public links course 600 years ago. The Old Course has truly stood the test of time and still challenges the top golfers of today but what else is to be expected from celebrated golf architects such as Old Tom Morris and Alister MacKenzie. The club and course at St Andrews are steeped in history and heritage and is hosting its 29th Open Championship in 2015, which is certainly testament to how outstanding St Andrews golf really is.

The golf course itself starts in the charming, ancient town of St Andrews and features all the mainstays of traditional links golf; wide undulating fairways, hidden pot bunkers and large double greens. All 18 holes promise to be a truly memorable experience but none more so than the 17th or Road Hole, which runs adjacent to a road and offers one of the most famous approach shots in golf. Additionally, the 14th is an awesome challenge and the aptly named ‘Hell’ bunker on the 14th is a 10 foot deep sand trap that should definitely be avoided at all costs.

Playing the Old Course at St Andrews is an exceptional and almost unrivalled experience and definitely has to be on any golfers programme whilst on a golf vacation to Scotland – There is no better time to book your golf vacation, with guaranteed tee times, it is sure to be a round of a lifetime.

Facilities

Clubhouse

Bar & Lounge

Changing Facilities

Pro Shop

Driving Range

Practice Area

Useful Information

Tee Times

The Old Course at St Andrews is extremely popular and due to the public nature of the course tee times often get booked well in advance therefore, it is never too early to begin planning your golf vacation to St Andrews.

Attire in Golf Clubhouses

The St Andrews Links Clubhouse and Swilcan Restaurant are accepting of guests in regular golfing attire, we would advise taking a pair of smart shoes for wearing in and around the clubhouse area.

Caddies and Carts

It is strongly advised that a local caddie is hired as they will provide invaluable and necessary assistance required to allow guests to enjoy the course to its full. Caddies are self-employed and supply can change on a daily basis, also it is recommended that caddie requests are made at the time of booking with us and we will do our best to reserve them for you.

Due to the layout and nature of the course trolleys are only permitted after 12pm between the months of April & October.

In addition to this guests have the option to hire a top of the range set of Callaway clubs and if required hire golf shoes.

Practice Facilities

The academy at St Andrews offers comprehensive practice facilities for all guests and includes an 82 bay driving range, short game area and replica of the famous Road Hole bunker.

Handicap Restrictions

It is compulsory for guests to have an official handicap certificate when playing the Old Course, which has minimum handicap requirements of 24 for men and 36 for women.